In Canada, “special snowflake” can mean those citizens honoured with an Order of Canada.
My Canada, 138/150: All fired up
When a Canadian invites you for a barbecue, be prepared for anything from beef to bell peppers charred over a flaming grill.
My Canada, 137/150: The nature of Vancouver
No matter how tall the buildings get in Vancouver, the mountains and ocean dominate and dwarf.
My Canada, 136/150: Haute historic hotels
I love people-watching in hotel lobbies: in Canada, we have two railways to thank for the best grand rooms and views.
My Canada, 135/150: So near, and yet so far
As the ferry crosses from downtown to the Toronto Islands, urban angst drops away. The islands await.
My Canada, 134/150: Vive Québec
For North Americans, when you get a hankering for old European charm but don’t want to cross the Atlantic Ocean, Québec awaits. The city of Québec, founded by French explorers in 1608 along the north shore of the St. Lawrence River, has a kind of charm that otherwise you find only in the old capitals…
My Canada, 133/150: Enchanting
The abbey is known for its singing and preservation of a musical tradition that goes back to 10th century.
My Canada, 132/150: Lunenburg’s allure
Lunenburg is one of 18 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Canada.
